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The perfect Ikea desk for small office spaces

If you’re still not vibing with your work from home setup and need a refresh, I’ve got the best Ikea find for you. Meet the Ikea Lonmarp desk. It’s around $200, which is relatively affordable for a good desk, and comes in a neutral beige or dark blue green with simple chic gold knobs. I’m very into the classic lines and timeless style. It would look great in a living room or bedroom if your home office space is a small corner of another room in your house. It blends in with cozy home furniture where an industrial standing desk would stand out. Of course, if you can score it on Facebook marketplace for a lower price that would be an even better deal!

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Ikea LOMMARP small Desk, light beige
best Ikea small office desks
ikea lonmarp best desk small office space

If you’re looking for the best desk for small office spaces and nooks, this one is only 22” deep so it will sit nicely in a narrow space. I like that there’s built in cable management cubbies to help hide away all of the clutter and bonus points for a drawer to stash your laptop in if your desk is in your living room and you don’t want to be reminded of your work to do list all weekend long.

My favorite thing about this desk is that it is very unique without being trendy. Your fiends might be surprised that you didn’t find this desk at a local thrift shop and refinish it. The soft curves hint at vintage writing desks without being too antique that it wouldn’t be at home in a stylish, modern home. It’s the perfect mix of simple and clean office furniture with a nod to a more romantic and classic style. Another great Ikea find for your home office!

Chateau-Inspired Home Finds from Amazon Home

Today I’m sharing with you a few affordable Amazon Home finds elegant enough for a French Chateau. I’ve recently gotten hooked on Chateau YouTube and I love searching for home decor inspired by elegant, historic estates. If you are asking, what is Chateau DIY YouTube? My friends, let me introduce you to your next favorite binge-watch. I was researching home renovations on YouTube and the internet presented me with Chateau DIY videos from Chateau Diaries. It opened my eyes to a world of people who buy chateaus, historic estates in France, typically for a relatively low price and share their experience renovating their chateaus via vlogs. When things are a bit stressful in my city life, I find myself imagining selling everything to purchase my own French chateau. Life as a chateau owner seems to be a lovely combination of thrifting for vintage silverware and crystal glasses at antique markets in France, cooking simple meals with local ingredients on vintage porcelain, setting tables with luxurious linens, and finding home decor treasures from centuries past in historic homes. I know it is actually a lot of hard work to own a chateau or historic home, but I love the idea of it.

Unfortunately, it’s not always practical leave behind our work and lives in big cities to move to a chateau in a rural French town. However, we can buy a few chateau-inspired items to remind us of that tranquil life in the countryside that might await us when the time is right! I wish I could source everything in my home from antique markets, but practically that can be difficult and it can take a long time to get a complete set of tableware. These chateau-inspired home finds are all great home essentials that can complement unique home finds from second hand shops and flea markets. They’re also affordable, which will allow you to splurge on some original items for your chateau-inspired home!

Keep reading for my chateau-inspired home finds from Amazon Home. All images via Amazon.


French Chateau-Inspired Amazon Home Finds: Tableware, Glassware, Linens

Image via La Creuzette - a lovely French chateau guesthouse

Crystal glasses

Marquis by Waterford Markham Double Old Fashion Set of 4, 11 oz, Clear

Linen Napkins

COTTON CRAFT Classic Linen Set of 12 Oversized Handmade Hemstitch Dinner Napkins, 20 inch by 20 inch, Natural

porcelain floral cup

Villeroy & Boch Audun Ferme Tea Cup

amazon finds French chateau Lenox White French Perle Bead 16" Oval Serving Platter

French serving platter

Lenox White French Perle Bead 16" Oval Serving Platter


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Luxe Tableware Finds from H&M Home

Continuing this best home finds series with my favorite tableware finds from H&M Home. With things slowly starting to return to normal in the US and the weather slowly warming up, I have been dreaming of entertaining this summer on our terrace. I haven’t purchased any fun, new tableware or glassware since we moved to our new home. Below are my four best H&M Home finds for entertaining right now. I think a cute set of champagne flutes will be perfect to toast to our new home and seeing old friends for the first time in a long time. Gold cutlery will make any dinner at home a little more luxe even if it’s just a quick plate of pasta. Fluted candle holders bring some sparkle to the dinner table. Stoneware bowls are perfect for serving up everything from ripe summer fruits to salty popcorn. These H&M Home finds for the table and entertaining should make this summer a lot more luxe, but the prices are very affordable!

All images via H&M.


H&M Home Finds: Tableware, Glassware

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Champagne coupe

H&M Home glassware, Champagne Coupe, $9.99

h&M home find gold flatware

polished Gold Cutlery

H&M Home 3-pack Cutlery, $12.99

h&M home glass candle holder

Fluted candle holder

H&M Home Glass Candle Lantern in Beige, Clear, or Light Green Glass, $5.99

h&M home finds stoneware bowl

beige stoneware bowl

H&M Home Beige Stoneware Bowl, $9.99

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18 Best IKEA Finds

You guys asked on Instagram for a roundup of the best IKEA finds I’ve spotted while furnishing our new house and here it is. Keep reading for affordable upholstered beds, modern minimalist vases, inexpensive closet storage baskets, and more.

I never thought that our weekends away to fun destinations would be replaced with hours spent planning kitchen remodels and organizing closets… But we bought a house and here we are, grabbing coffees between trips to Home Depot and IKEA. From inexpensive bed frames to on trend arched mirrors, I have a photographic memory of the IKEA catalog at this point. I hope this list of IKEA finds helps you refresh your home for the new year and sparks some joy in every room. If you like the article please share with a friend and send me a message on Instagram to let me know!

Here we go, the best Ikea finds of 2021. All images via IKEA.

Update with new IKEA fall and winter finds for 2021! More than 18 on the list now, hope you guys don’t mind a few more favorite IKEA finds :)


new for fall 2021

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stoneware arch

The IKEA VIDSTRÄCKT stoneware curved sculpture is a great find! The speckled ceramic and curved arch shape are very on trend. Add to a bookshelf, coffee table or console table to instantly update your decor for less than $10.

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chic office chair

The IKEA FJÄLLBERGET conference chair with wheels, light oak veneer, and a beige cushion is on my to-buy list when I upgrade my home office for fall. If you’re like me, working from home has been extended and you’re looking to treat yourself to a comfortable and cute office chair to make your micro home office a little more exciting.

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DIMMABLE LED LIGHTS

This IKEA MYRVARV LED light strip light is flexible and dimmable. It can be cut to size so you can install it anywhere that would benefit from a little extra lighting. I love having lights under the kitchen cabinets, but you can get really creative with these! Add LED strip lights under your bed or behind a mirror for dramatic effect.

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LARGE SHOPPING TOTE

The SPIKRAK shopping tote has an impressive 13 gallons of storage space, is made from sustainably grown cotton, it’s washable, AND is under $3. I’m stocking up on a few of these! I have a similar natural cotton oversize tote with handles that I use all the time for groceries, travel, storage, beach days, but it costs -gasp -more than a hundred dollars. I’ve been looking for a dupe and this find is a great deal.


new for spring/summer 2021

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Outdoor Table

The IKEA KROKHOLMEN coffee table is a chic outdoor table in beige. I’ve had my eye on it for weeks, but it has been sold out! If it’s available near you, grab it before it’s gone again. It’s only $34.99.

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Shell Dishes

This set of two IKEA NYFÅNGAD shell dishes are perfect for holding jewelry on a dresser, rings on your nightstand, or keys on an entry table. Even better, they are under $6 for two!

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Woven chair

The IKEA VOXLÖV bamboo chair is a light wood and can be used as a chic dining chair, desk chair, or anywhere you need a spare seat. The woven rattan back and seat are timelessly cool.

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Cast iron cookware

The VARDAGEN, is part of IKEA’s new line of cast iron cookware. It is a seriously amazing price. For less than $40 you’ll get an affordable, high quality cast iron dutch oven for slow cooking.


decor finds

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glossy vase

This IKEA FNITTRIG vase has an almost iridescent glossy gray finish that I really love. It’s under $10 and the color would contrast nicely with pampas grass or other dried florals.

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Linen Pillows

The IKEA VIGDIS pillow is actually made of ramie, which is a natural fiber similar to linen. These soft pillow covers are a great price. They’re less than $8 and come in several colors. I really love the linen look and think it elevates any couch or bed you place them on.

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Rattan mirror

The IKEA OPPHEM rattan mirror is under $40. This mirror could be hung over a desk in an office, would be charming near your front door for a last look before stepping out, and brings the rattan decor trend into any room. I wish there was also a large size.

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jute rugs

The IKEA LOHALS jute rug is the ultimate affordable rug at under $100. It’s a neutral background to pull together all of the furniture in your room. Check out this rug size guide to make sure you’re buying a rug that is the right size for your space. A rug that’s too small makes a room look smaller!


furniture finds

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upholstered bed

The IKEA VADHEIM upholstered bed frame in a lovely soft green is such a great find. It’s $399! For less than $400 you can have a stylish bed that will elevate your whole bedroom. This IKEA find is proof that an inexpensive bed does not have to be boring.

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light wood desk

The IKEA LISABO desk in ash wood caught my eye in person at IKEA. I use a nook in our living room as a small office and this desk is narrow enough to work, but not so small that it doesn’t offer enough work space. Light wood, minimalist desk legs, and a narrow profile are great for small office spaces.

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rattan armchair

The IKEA ULRIKSBERG is the Japandi accent chair of my dreams. I love a furniture find that mixes woven rattan with black metal arms and legs. It would look great in so many homes styles—from boho to modern to Scandinavian. They’re a great price at under $100 per chair.

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woven door cabinet

The IKEA IVAR cabinet with light pine wood and woven rattan doors is such a cool find. It’s under $100, much more affordable than the other rattan or cane cabinets I’ve seen in this size. Can you tell I’m crazy for light wood and rattan accents right now?


home organization finds

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woven box

The IKEA SMARRA box is a cute catchall for clutter in home offices, in closets, and on shelves. My “office” is our living room so I need to have somewhere beautiful to stash pens, notebooks, and other desk clutter when not in use. It’s woven in bamboo and under $15.

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basket with handle

The IKEA RISATORP wire basket is great for items that you’d like to store together and move from room to room. I’m a fan of this basket for my watercolor supplies. It’s easy to grab, carry where I want to paint, and toss everything in the basket when I’m done. It’s less than $13.

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blanket basket

The IKEA FLÅDIS seagrass basket is the classic hold everything basket. You can place it next to your couch for cozy blankets on chilly evenings, use it to wrangle loose laundry in a bathroom, or keep one in the office to tame the tangle of chargers, cables, adapters, etc. All that for less than $10.

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drawer organizers

The IKEA SKUBB is a low-key hero item for home organization. This inexpensive little set of boxes costs less than $5 and will bring so much Marie Kondo zen happiness to your drawers. Container Store will charge you two or three times more for the same thing.

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closet ORGANIZERs

The IKEA KOMPLEMENT is a super soft storage box in a nice light gray color that I like using on the top shelf in my closet. It transforms hard to reach areas into useful space. They’re lightweight which makes them easy to take off a high shelf and put right back. Less than $14 will get you two.

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shoe rack

The IKEA GREJIG shoe rack is under $5 and great for adding more vertical storage space to your closets. We have two and like them so much we will definitely be getting more. I use them in the closet where we store cleaning supplies and the bedroom closet. I haven’t found this kind of rack at a more affordable price.


lighting, kitchen & more IKEA home finds

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modern lamp

This IKEA SIMRISHAMN modern double globe lamp with sleek chrome details is so sculptural, it’s like a piece of art. It looks much more luxe than it’s $39 price tag. This would make a statement as a bedside lamp. I’d also love to see this as accent lighting in a living room or office.

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cutting board

The IKEA APTITLIG bamboo cutting board is a staple at our house. I use it to serve homemade pizza, arrange tapas, and for chopping things. It’s an inexpensive cutting board at less than $10. I’m a fan of all IKEA cutting boards, including the plastic ones, but this bamboo one is my favorite.

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grey plant pot

The IKEA GRADVIS plant pot in light grey came home with us for a new spider plant we also purchased at IKEA. Did you know they have a nursery of real plants? The plant pots at Ikea are a great deal. This one was under $10 and they start at just .99 cents!

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pink glasses

The IKEA POKAL glass is charming, inexpensive, and the perfect shade of pink. For less than $2, a set of these pink drinking glasses would bring some fun to future dinner parties and make the occasional glass of water you snag between video calls more delightful.


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18 Best Target Home Finds Spring 2021

I’ve noticed that a lot of you have been enjoying my recent best IKEA finds post. I’ve been doing a bit more shopping around for home decor and home organization finds this spring and there were a few amazing pieces at Target I just had to share. My favorite Target finds this spring are everything from rattan lamps and sherpa chairs, to stoneware plates and faux plants. I am always impressed with the quality of these Target finds, including the faux plants and furniture pieces that look much more expensive than their affordable price tags. I hope you enjoy my list of the best Target home finds for spring. Most are available online right now or in your local Target!

Keep reading for the best Target finds of 2021. All images via Target.


target decor finds for spring

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woven rattan lamp

Target Rattan Diagonal Weave Table Lamp Tan

Opalhouse, $50

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Woven Pillows

Broken Stripe Pillow Sham

Hearth & Hand, $29.99

target home decor finds

Rattan mirror

18" x 28" Round Macrame Woven Cotton Wall Art

Opalhouse, $40

affordable rattan mirror target

rattan mirror

18" x 24" Rattan and Caning Decorative Wall Mirror with Hooks

Opalhouse™, $60


target furniture finds for spring

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beige wood chair

Esters Wood Armchair

Project 62™, $300

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Natural bench

Target Wood and Upholstered Ottoman with Straps

Threshold™ designed with Studio McGee, $100

sherpa chair target

Sherpa chair

Esters Wood Armchair Sherpa White

Project 62, $330

best small desks target

woven cane desk

Springville Writing Desk with Drawers Black

Threshold™ designed with Studio McGee, $230


target faux plants for spring

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leafy faux plant

Artificial Evergreen Leafy Stem Plant in Vase Tan - Threshold, $30

faux flowers target

herb stems

7" Faux Pink Herb Flower Stem - Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia, $1.99

faux monsterra plant target

monstera plant

Faux Monstera in Rattan Basket Pot - Opalhouse, $20


target home organization finds and rugs

macrame basket target finds

macrame basket

15" x 12" Macrame Basket in Cotton Poly Rope White

Opalhouse, $30

linen woven baskets target

linen baskets

Honey-Can-Do Nested Linen Closet Totes Sand Stone

$34,99

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Leopard rug

Leopard Spot Woven Rug

Opalhouse™, Available in 5x7 and other sizes, $149.99


target tableware finds for spring

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stoneware plates

Stoneware Reactive Glaze Appetizer Plate

Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia, $15.99

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Stoneware bowl

Stoneware Mini Bowl

Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia, $3.99

target spring home finds

Fluted Candle

Moss & Ivy Fluted Ceramic Candle

Hearth & Hand™, $14,99

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woven coasters

4pk Woven Coaster Set

Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia, $11.99


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